Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Innovation
• Citizenship
• Accountability

Environmental Achievements

• Substantially increased recycling capacity through expansion and construction of new facilities
• 44% of Plastipak’s sites achieved zero waste to landfill by the end of 2021
• Plastipak Brazil achieved zero waste to landfill in January 2021
• 100% of electricity consumed in European plants is from renewable sources (as of January 2022)
• Seven North American plants use emissions-free electricity
• 12% increase in fuel economy for Whiteline Express trucking company (measured by miles per gallon)
• Partnership with BioteCH4 to produce clean energy from food waste to power Clean Tech UK recycling plant
• LED lighting projects rolled out across 60% of Plastipak’s European sites resulting in energy savings

Social Achievements

• Expanded training and development programs
• Emphasis on employee health and safety, resulting in over 42,000 safety conversations or near misses reported globally in 2021
• Implementation of various safety programs (4 Seconds to Safety, 30-Second Risk Assessment, Safety Six-Pack, SWOP)
• Over 90% of respondents in a companywide survey stated that the company handled the COVID-19 pandemic “well” or “very well”
• Participation in community investment initiatives, including scholarships, sponsorships, and partnerships with local schools
• Support for various community organizations and educational institutions to attract talent
• Implementation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for leaders and high-potential associates
• Over 151 participants from 22 Plastipak teams participated in the eHealth Challenge, logging over 31,000 miles

Governance Achievements

• Creation of Plastipak’s ESG team led by the Vice President, Global Sustainability
• Development of a Code of Conduct for all employees
• Creation of a new Diversity Manager position
• 40% of the Board of Directors is represented by women or persons of color

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Supply chain disruptions caused by COVID-19
• Unintentional pellet loss
• Contaminated recycling streams
• Anti-plastics sentiment and misinformation

Mitigation Strategies

• Proactive policies and procedures to maintain social distancing and sanitation during COVID-19
• Implementation of Operation Clean Sweep to minimize pellet loss
• Recycling Counts online global community to educate on recycling best practices
• Participation in NAPCOR’s Positively PET campaign to address misinformation

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SASB standards for Containers & Packaging industries, United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Certifications: ISO 14064-3 (for GHG emissions reporting), ISO 9001 (Europe), ISO 14001 (Europe)

Third-party Assurance: Third-party specialist (for GHG emissions)

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• SprayPET® aerosol containers
• ePET bottle
• Lightweight neck finishes

Awards & Recognition

• America’s Best Employers by Forbes (2022)
• British Aerosol Manufacturers Association (BAMA) Sustainability Award (2021)
• British Plastics Federation (BPF) / Worshipful Company of Horners Innovation and Design Award (2021)
• Plastics Industry Awards (various)
• National Recycling Award (various)
• UK Packaging Awards (various)
• DuPont Gold Award for Technological Advancement and Responsible Packaging
• DuPont Silver Award for Packaging Innovation

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Innovation
• Citizenship
• Accountability

Environmental Achievements

• 45.8% reduction in scope 1 & 2 emissions compared to 2019 baseline
• 60% of Plastipak’s sites achieved zero waste to landfill
• Opened a new solar-powered global recycling center in Toledo, Spain with a capacity of 20,000 metric tons of food-grade recycled pellet per year
• 100% of the electricity consumed at our European and Brazilian plants came from renewable sources

Social Achievements

• Lowest number of serious injuries & recordable injuries in company history
• Launched a new environmental, social and governance internship program
• Introduced a Sustainability Champions program
• Launched a mental health support program in the UK, including training 23 mental health first-aiders and creating an on-site Well-Being Hub

Governance Achievements

• Launched a Supplier Code of Conduct
• 70% of North American Procurement team trained on sustainable & responsible procurement
• 40% of the Board is represented by women or people of color

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Scope 3 emissions represent 87% of total emissions
• Reducing industrial vehicle emissions
• Minimizing pellet loss
• Conserving water

Mitigation Strategies

• Implementing process improvements at facilities, updating equipment, and pursuing renewable energy alternatives
• Replacing forklift fleet in the UK with electric models
• Investing in trucks that run on biodiesel
• Implementing resin capture program and participating in Operation Clean Sweep
• Repairing leaks in closed systems and investing in opportunities to reduce water usage (e.g., rainwater collection system)

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• Sustainable and responsible procurement training program

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SASB standards for Containers & Packaging industries, Greenhouse Gas Protocol, UN Sustainable Development Goals

Certifications: ISCC PLUS (Highlands, Texas; Verbania, Italy; Clean Tech US), RecyClass (Beaune, France), ISO 14064-3

Third-party Assurance: A leading consultancy in this sector and externally reviewed by a third-party specialist

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Plastipak worked with a third-party organization in 2021 on a materiality assessment to identify and categorize the sustainability topics that are most important to our business and our key stakeholders. This comprehensive process, which featured input from key internal and external stakeholders, has been fundamental in developing our sustainability strategy and reporting objectives in alignment with our organizational priorities and opportunities.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• SprayPET Revolution™ aerosols
• PPK Natura resin (partnership with LanzaTech)

Awards & Recognition

• Named one of America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2022
• Plastipak’s SprayPET Revolution™ technology won first place in the technology category at the Household & Commercial Products Association 2022 Innovation Awards

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Innovation
• Citizenship
• Accountability

Environmental Achievements

• Achieved a 45.8% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions from a 2019 baseline in 2022. 2023 GHG emissions were consistent with 2022.
• 57.4% of total electricity consumption came from clean, green sources.
• Implemented Operation Clean Sweep.
• Installed 1,800+ photovoltaic solar panels at Toledo, Spain plant, expected to save over 443 metric tons of CO2 per year.
• Partnered with BioteCH4 to use local food and agricultural waste as fuel for Clean Tech UK, reducing Scope 2 emissions.

Social Achievements

• Named one of America’s Safest Companies by EHS Today.
• Fewest number of safety incidents in company history in Europe.
• Launched annual sustainability awards program.
• Launched responsible procurement program.
• Improved CDP ratings (B in climate, C in water).

Governance Achievements

• Became a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact.
• Significantly improved global EcoVadis rating and received a bronze medal.
• 40% of board members are women or people of color.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Re-baselining 2019 emissions due to improved methodologies.
• Reducing Scope 3 emissions across the value chain (87% of total emissions).

Mitigation Strategies

• Implementing process improvements, updating equipment, modernizing vehicle fleet, pursuing renewable energy alternatives.
• Partnering with suppliers to secure a robust and responsible supply chain through EcoVadis assessments and responsible procurement training.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: EcoVadis assessments for 70% of critical suppliers (target)

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• EcoVadis assessments
• Sustainable sourcing training for procurement team

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather (implied)

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes (implied)
• Market shifts (implied)

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products
• Use of renewable energy sources
• PPK Natura resin made from captured carbon emissions

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB

Certifications: ISO 14064-3 (Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions), ISCC PLUS (Verbania, Italy and Highlands, Texas), RecyClass (Beaune, France), APR PCR Content certification (Clean Tech, US)

Third-party Assurance: WAP Sustainability

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• SprayPET Revolution™
• PPK Natura resin
• Lightweight preforms
• 100% rPET containers

Awards & Recognition

• America’s Safest Companies (EHS Today)
• Best Midsize Employer (Forbes)
• Carbon Footprint Award (HCPA)
• P&G Supplier of Excellence Award
• National Recycling Award (Clean Tech UK)